Van Metre, P. C., Majewski, M. S., Mahler, B. J., Foreman, W. T., Braun, C. L., Wilson, J. T. 2012. Volatilization of polycylic aromatic hydrocarbons from coal-tar sealed pavement: Chemosphere. US Geological Survey, Reston, VA.

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The volatilization of PAHs from parking lots was investigated in Central Texas. Results find that PAHs are emitted at a higher rate from coar-tar sealant parking lots compared to others that were not sealed with coal-tar sealants.